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Bill takes aim at predatory towing

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Monday January 27, 2014 9:23 AM

Do you know someone with a horrific tow-truck story to share? Have you or a family member been
victimized by predatory towing in central Ohio?

If so, your state representatives want to hear about it.

While many honest towing companies perform their duties fairly, it is clear that bad operators
have existed for years and Ohio is currently not doing enough to protect vehicle owners.

That is why I and state Rep. Heather Bishoff, D-Blacklick, have introduced House Bill 382 to
rein in predatory towing practices, require better tow-truck signage, prohibit bogus administrative
fees, allow payment by credit card and to impose much stronger penalties on towing companies that
abuse Ohio law.

Those who want to share their stories are invited to testify in the Statehouse. We are having a
public hearing at 4 p.m. Wednesday in Room 114. Call my office at (614) 644-6030 or Bishoff’s
office at (614) 644-6002 so we can compile a list of guests who wish to speak.